We love how Nun’s Puffs combine simplicity and charm. Legend says these airy pastries originated in convent kitchens centuries ago. The name might sound unusual but the taste is unforgettable. Our favorite part is that we only need a few basic ingredients to make a batch
Ingredients
We measure each item precisely before we begin. We keep our butter and milk at room temperature to ensure a smooth blend. We sift our flour for an extra light texture in our Nun’s Puffs.
Ingredient | Amount | Prep |
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Whole milk | 1 cup | Room temperature |
Unsalted butter | ½ cup | Cubed |
All-purpose flour | ¾ cup | Sifted |
Large eggs | 4 | Room temperature |
Granulated sugar | 2 tablespoons | |
Salt | ¼ teaspoon |
We place the milk and butter in a saucepan to melt together over medium heat. We keep the sugar and salt ready on the side. Once our wet mixture bubbles, we stir in the flour. Then we incorporate the eggs one at a time to create our glossy dough.
Tools And Equipment
Tool | Purpose |
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Saucepan | We melt butter and milk in one vessel to form the base of our airy pastry dough |
Wooden Spoon | We stir the dough vigorously to develop a smooth surface and incorporate air |
Measuring Cups | We ensure each cup of flour and milk is precisely measured for consistent results |
Measuring Spoons | We measure smaller amounts like 1 teaspoon of salt or sugar for balanced flavor |
Wire Whisk | We whisk mixtures that require an extra light texture |
Muffin Pan | We bake our Nun’s Puffs in this pan to achieve the signature golden rise |
Directions
We transform basic ingredients into airy Nun’s Puffs with a few precise steps. We aim for a smooth dough and a tall rise.
Prepare The Dough
- Preheat the oven to 375°F
- Warm the milk and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until small bubbles form
- Add flour sugar and salt to the pan
- Stir until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides
- Take the pan off the heat
- Let the dough cool for 3 minutes
Bake And Puff
- Transfer the dough to a bowl
- Beat in eggs one at a time
- Mix until the dough becomes smooth and glossy
- Grease a muffin pan
- Fill each cup halfway with batter
- Bake for 20 minutes or until puffs turn golden
Oven Temperature | Baking Time | Yield |
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375°F | 20 minutes | 12 puffs |
Cool And Serve
- Remove the pan from the oven
- Let the Nun’s Puffs cool for 5 minutes
- Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey
Conclusion
We love how these airy bites bring a little piece of magic to our kitchen. Each batch offers a delightful experience that never fails to impress. We encourage you to make them your own by adding your favorite finishing touches. This recipe always feels like a special treat that sparks pure joy. We hope you enjoy creating these puffs as much as we do